HR Business Partner - Switzerland

HR Business Partner - Switzerland

Location: Vernier, GE, CH

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes.

We are looking for our new HR BP (50-60%) based at our Headquarters in Vernier, Geneva, for the 1st of June 2026 or as soon as possible.

As a member of the Global HR team, you will be the Human Resources Business Partner for our HQ based in Vernier as well as our innovation operations in Marly (Fribourg) totaling 40+ employees. In your role you'll be accountable for the people & organizational plan, the employee life cycle and overseeing the HR Operations, including payroll.

What you will do:

• Provide strategic and operational HR advice and guidance across the 2 locations.
• Develop, deploy, and implement HR processes across the 2 sites.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness and talent strategy.
• Coach and support our people managers to enhance the performance, development and engagement of our teams.
• Support succession planning and pipeline development for critical roles.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to attract critical talent
• Lead organization design and development projects as determined by business needs, including M&A integration if required.
• You will support career growth, performance, development, and coaching for your managers.
• You will play an active role in HR transformation projects.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues, e.g., disciplinary, and absences, etc.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
• Provide advice and guidance on reward topics including benchmarking, with people managers and employees.
• Accountable for the HR Operations Specialist with regards to process implementation, payroll, pension fund, and benefits.
• Monitor key workforce metrics including engagement, retention, capability, and leadership effectiveness.

What you need to have:

• Proven track record of a minimum 10 years as a HR Business Partner within a matrix, international and Operations focused organization.
• Solid understanding of employment law in Switzerland.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with the members of the management team up to the CEO.
• Confident in advising managers on all aspects of people management and development.
• A professional and commercial approach to HR, with the ability to deliver high employee satisfaction, appropriate development, and reward for individuals.
• Fully proficiency in English.
• Communication skills, results oriented, ownership, teamwork spirit, be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer:

You will join a driven HR team operating within a dynamic and international environment. The position is based in the Headquarters of the company, which offer a modern open-space, ergonomic workstations. We offer competitive benefits such as:

• Growth Opportunities within international environment
• Performance based merit increase & bonus scheme
• Flexiwork Policy (hybrid)
• Health insurance
• Attractive pension fund
• Parking slot
• Employee Assistance Program
• Smart casual dress code

You'll only be the right candidate if you are aligned to our values and culture:

• Collaborative entrepreneurial spirit
• Winning through customers
• High ethical standards, openness and trust
• Expectations for results
• Respect and value people

If you believe you match our values and have the experience we're looking for, then apply! We can't wait to hear from you

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.